general problems of the 1997 Ford F-350

Three problems related to electrical system have been reported for the 1997 Ford F-350. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 05/28/2007

Vehicle fire 1997 Ford f350, caused by fire starting in brake master cylinder.

2 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 09/12/2005

(1) vehicle randomly dying while driving in traffic (2) cam postion sensor, engine dies , loss of power steering, loss of power brakes (both a nessesity with a diesel pick up to be able to maintain control due to thier weight) (3) replace the cam position sensor at appoximately $140. 00.

3 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 08/15/2001

While the vehicle was being driven all electrical power and steering was lost without prior warning. Dealer has been contacted. Please provide further details.


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